Fleet Planning & Performance Manager (3703)

Fleet Planning & Performance Manager - Three Bridges Rail Operating Centre

Lead Fleet Performance. Drive Reliability. Develop People.

We're looking for an experienced and inclusive engineering leader to shape the future performance, availability, and reliability of GTR's rolling stock fleet.

As Fleet Planning & Performance Manager, you'll lead our Fleet Control function, providing strategic direction for maintenance planning, technical support, and continuous improvement. Working closely with engineering, operations, Network Rail, ROSCOs, and industry partners, you'll ensure our fleets remain safe, reliable, and available for the customers who depend on them every day.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop a team of 35 fleet professionals.
• Drive fleet reliability, availability, and performance improvements.
• Develop maintenance strategies that maximise fleet availability whilst controlling costs.
• Build strong partnerships across GTR and the wider rail industry.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Ensure teams have the skills, tools, and support needed to succeed.

What you'll bring

• Significant experience in rolling stock maintenance, fleet engineering, or rail operations.
• Proven leadership of large operational or engineering teams.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• A track record of delivering performance improvements and cultural change.
• Technical understanding of rolling stock maintenance and railway operations.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering a safe, reliable railway while leading talented people and influencing fleet strategy across one of the UK's largest rail operators.

If you're passionate about engineering excellence, developing people, and improving customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please complete the application form and submit your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring whether GTR could be your next career step.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.